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The risks of password autofill

Hackers may have found an effective way to track users using a web browser or password manager’s password autofill feature. Here’s how they do it and what you can do to protect yourself. Why password autofill is so dangerous Modern web browsers and password managers have a feature that enables usernames and passwords to be… Continue reading The risks of password autofill

The dangers of password autofill

Modern web browsers and password managers come with a feature called password autofill. This helps users store and automatically use their account credentials to access websites and other applications. While password autofill is convenient, it comes with security risks. Why password autofill is so dangerous Modern web browsers and password managers have a feature that… Continue reading The dangers of password autofill

Sleep well with these Android tablet tips

While your Android tablet is a helpful tool to help you accomplish some work-related tasks, it may also be disrupting your sleep. Make sure this doesn’t happen with the following tips. Don’t use your devices before bed It’s been widely recognized that blue light from screens and mobile devices can disrupt sleep, suppressing your body’s… Continue reading Sleep well with these Android tablet tips

Get better sleep with these Android tablet pointers

Sleep is a must for business owners. You need a good night’s rest for you to efficiently run your business. Unfortunately, there are a lot of things that can keep you up at night, including the very tools you use for business such as your Android tablet. Here’s how your tablet can disrupt your sleep… Continue reading Get better sleep with these Android tablet pointers

Android tablet pointers for the best sleep

Your precious Android tablet is a handy tool for you to get work done and communicate on the go. But like all electronic gadgets, your Android tablet can disrupt your sleep. Lack of sleep can hinder your performance at work and, in turn, negatively affect your business operations. Here are several ways you can prevent… Continue reading Android tablet pointers for the best sleep

How to protect your business from Mac ransomware

Windows users are often the victims of ransomware attacks. For example, in 2017, WannaCry and Petya ransomware infected hundreds of thousands of Windows PCs around the world. Unfortunately, ransomware strains that specifically target Macs are expected to grow in number as well. If you have a Mac, follow the security best practices below to avoid… Continue reading How to protect your business from Mac ransomware

What you need to know about Mac ransomware

New strains of ransomware usually impact many Windows users, while only a small percentage of Mac users get affected. However, there are ransomware strains that specifically target Apple computers. Boost your defenses against these threats by following these security tips. What is ransomware? Ransomware is a type of malicious software that holds computer systems hostage… Continue reading What you need to know about Mac ransomware

Simple ways to defend against Mac ransomware

Although most ransomware attacks usually target Windows PCs, this doesn’t mean Mac computers are completely safe. Ransomware attacks for Macs have occurred before, and are becoming more widespread over time. So how can you prevent ransomware from infecting your Mac? We’ve compiled some helpful security tips for you. What is ransomware? Ransomware is a type… Continue reading Simple ways to defend against Mac ransomware

How to reduce IT costs with thin and zero clients

If you want to save money on your IT system, one way to do so is by getting low-priced computer hardware. But that doesn’t mean you should settle for old or low-end models. Instead, consider investing in thin or zero clients. What are thin and zero clients? Thin clients are stripped-down computers with minimum processing… Continue reading How to reduce IT costs with thin and zero clients

Cutting IT hardware costs with thin and zero clients

If you want to cut costs on IT hardware, don’t settle for cheap but old or low-quality machines. They’ll offer subpar performance, which will hurt your team’s productivity. What’s worse, they’ll break down often, too, which means the money you initially saved will go to repairs and upgrades. Instead of buying low-end machines, you should… Continue reading Cutting IT hardware costs with thin and zero clients